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History.
Between tradition and innovation: 150 years of pioneering spirit.
Since 1875, RUD has developed from a regional chain factory into a leading global family-owned group specialising in lifting, lashing and drive technologies. Our history is a history of progress that includes groundbreaking innovations and technological milestones as well as an uncompromising commitment to quality. Experience the most important stages of our success story – from the beginnings to the present day.
Foundation of the ‘Rieger & Dietz Chain Factory’ by Carl Rieger and Friedrich Dietz in Aalen-Unterkochen.
RUD is the first company to introduce electric welding of chain links.
RUD manufactures anti-skid chains for motor vehicles for the first time.
RUD introduces the world's first tyre protection chain.
Start of industrial quality chain production.
RUD is the first chain manufacturer with the H1 test mark for high-strength quality chains.
RUD becomes the first chain manufacturer to be certified for quality class 5 (H1–5).
RUD is the first chain manufacturer to be certified for quality class 8 (H1–8).
Erlau AG develops the ‘Olympia’ seating group for the design and ideas competition for the Olympic Park on the occasion of the Summer Olympics in Munich.
First RUDmatic snow chain for easy fitting.
Development of the first RBG (ring block thread) and RBS (ring block weldable) attachment points.
Tyre protection chain in the bar-ring system for heavy wheel loaders.
Centrax – the snow chain that only needs to be fitted from the outside (no chain parts on the inside of the wheel).
Start of production of products for accessible sanitary facilities.
Certification of the quality and environmental management system in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001.
RUD is the first chain manufacturer to be certified for the VIP special grade 8S (H1–8S).
Approval for quality class 10 (VIP) (H1–10).
RUD is the first chain manufacturer with approval for quality class 12 (ICE) (D1–12).
Rotogrip CS – the switchable chain gyroscope with minimal installation effort.
Development and production of the ‘VitaGym’ series of exercise equipment.
Construction of the first TECDOS TOOL MOVER for tool handling.
RUD is the first lashing and slinging manufacturer to equip many of its products with RFID transponders.
Introduction of the innovative R 160 round steel chain.
Merger of Erlau and RUD.
RUD ACP-TURNADO – the first anchor point whose bracket rotates automatically in the direction of force.
Production of the TECDOS TOOL SEPARATOR.
Market launch of the new universal chain lock UKS, which can be used in a wide range of conveyor technology applications.
Click2Go/Click2Go V with T-adapter. The snow chain that fits with a click, specially designed for Tesla cars.
The digital world. RUD is setting a new industry standard with a platform full of digital tools and services for lifting, moving and securing.
- RUD CCS-FASTLOX – the first clickable clevis shackle for tool-free assembly.
RUD PIP-RAPIDO – plug-in anchor point that can be installed without tools.
RUD central chain for vertical conveying of powdery, granular, lumpy and temperature-sensitive goods.
RUD celebrates its 150th anniversary.
Between yesterday and tomorrow: our brand logo.
Since RUD’s beginnings, our logo has reflected our development – from a regional chain factory to a global innovation leader. It has always stood for quality, progress and our unmistakable identity. Discover how our brand identity has changed over the decades.
